... disregard democratic power if got power. Arguments for an unwritten constitution: 1. Written constitutions are not flexible and there is more freedom in a constitution which is flexible. 2. It is difficult to amend an enshrined constitution when necessary - and so you can get trapped by them (e.g. America and it's laws on guns) - gov. couldn't develop and mould to changing society if the way gov. works is rigidly stated in written const. The flexibility of laws is important. If they are too rigid then it is difficult for a judge to interpret them to suit a specific case. If this cannot be done, then a new law would need to be written for every eventuality - this would be incredibly time consuming and it would be difficult for people to know where they stand. pros cons Clarity. Enshrining our constitutional laws and customs in one document would provide clarity for those working within ...

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